For Rachel

My cousin Rachel and I are the "runts" of our families, but boy do we have a large presence. We have the same hair color spirit, I say this because she is blond and I am a red head, but we share the same red head sassy fire. Watching Rachel and Hannah grow up together, it always seemed like they were a pair or a duo, attached at the hip even. I don't live in their home with them so I don't know if this is the case, but from what I have seen, their relationship reminds me of the relationship Britni and I grew up with. For these reasons I have always felt a bond with Rachel that I honestly have never openly talked about, but just knew. Considering the craziness that Rachel is going through now though, I think I would like to tell her and everyone just what I think about her now.


Rachel,

Being short is not always an easy task, not just anyone can pull it off. But you can. It used to drive me crazy when people teased or talked about me being tiny. But then I realized this saying is totally true:
 

Being short is unique and awesome. It's a humorous blessing even. Almost every day something silly happens because of being short. Also, short jokes and stories can be a great conversation starter ;)  Dynamite comes in small packages, the best perfumes come in tiny bottles, fun size candy is the best, travel size anything is more convenient, etc. These are all true facts. Own your tiny stature little lady. Our Little Grandma was the best example of doing just that. She was a powerful force and I think you are too. And when there are tough short girl problem days, cause there are, just call me and we will make fun of the tall people and go shopping in the kids section and get happy meals cause we can...so there. I love being the runt along with you.

I love following you on instagram. You always post uplifting and wonderful things. And I love that you follow me and always leave such sweet comments about Baby Dray. You radiate positivity!

Why this tumor has come to you, I have no clue. I hate this tumor for coming to you. BUT, you are going to kick it's ass. That I am sure of. You are the beautiful mighty Rachel. This visitor is not welcome and you will show it the door. And we will all be there to help you give it the finger while you escort it out. In fact, I'm giving it the finger now. The road will be a hard one but you got this Rachel. And being tough doesn't mean you cant cry. If you feel like crying then you cry, it's actually quite healthy! We will cry with ya and then help lift your spirits with happy laughing tears instead ;) Little, to me, means powerful. So I Love you Little Rachel. Consider the Petersen's yours.

Love,
your little compadre,
Erika